Software Testing Jobs in the U.S.
Software testing jobs focus on finding defects, validating business requirements and improving release quality. Manual and automation testing roles may have very different technical requirements.
Results come from the live job board. Availability, posting dates and employer requirements change; always verify the original job listing.
Job titles to explore
Companies may use different names for related work. Start with these titles, then refine your search by location, experience and work arrangement.
Skills commonly associated with these roles
These are research topics, not guaranteed requirements for every job.
- Test cases and defect reporting
- SDLC and Agile
- SQL basics
- API testing with Postman
- Test planning and traceability
What to check before applying
- Review whether the position is manual testing, automation or both.
- Check required experience rather than relying on an Entry Level label.
- Look for tooling such as Jira, Postman, SQL and test management platforms.
Frequently asked questions
Can beginners apply for software testing jobs?
Some junior or trainee QA roles accept limited experience, but requirements vary by employer. Compare the actual qualifications in each listing.
Do software testing jobs require programming?
Manual testing roles may not require substantial coding. Test automation and SDET roles commonly require programming and framework skills.